Area code 480 covers Scottsdale and surrounding areas in Arizona. It was activated in 1999 as an overlay of area code 602. Today it shares its territory with overlay codes 602 and 623.
| State | Arizona |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Scottsdale |
| Cities also served | Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Fountain Hills, Apache Junction, Queen Creek |
| Time zone | Mountain (UTC-7 (no DST observed statewide)) |
| Year established | March 1, 1999 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 602 |
| Overlay codes | 602, 623 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 480
Area code 480 serves East Valley of the Phoenix metropolitan area (Maricopa County and portions of Pinal County), including the following cities and communities:
- Scottsdale
- Mesa
- Chandler
- Tempe
- Gilbert
- Fountain Hills
- Apache Junction
- Queen Creek
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 602, 623, 520, 928.
How to Get a 480 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 480 area code, each suited to a different need:
- Buy from a premium-number specialist. Companies that hold curated inventories of specific area codes can sell you a 480 number directly, often with a one-time fee and ownership transferred to you (no recurring carrier fees). This is the option for picking a specific memorable number, or for getting an area code that most carriers won’t let you request. Contact us about a 480 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 480 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
- Port an existing 480 number. If you already have a 480 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of Arizona sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 480 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 480 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 480 area code still in use?
Yes. 480 is actively assigned to new phone lines in East Valley of the Phoenix metropolitan area (Maricopa County and portions of Pinal County).
What is the difference between 480 and 602?
Today they share the same geographic territory in Arizona. New phone lines in the area may be assigned either code. The two codes work identically for calling, billing, and service.
What is the parent area code of 480?
Area code 480 is an overlay of 602. Both codes serve the same region of Arizona.
Can I get a 480 number if I don't live in Arizona?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 480 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 480 a scam area code?
No. 480 is a legitimate, active area code for East Valley of the Phoenix metropolitan area (Maricopa County and portions of Pinal County). Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 480 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Arizona businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities are in area code 480?
Area code 480 covers the East Valley of metro Phoenix, including Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Fountain Hills, Apache Junction, Queen Creek, and Paradise Valley, among others.
Is area code 480 an overlay or a standalone code?
Since September 2023, area code 480 is part of an overlay complex with 602 and 623. All three codes now serve the same Phoenix metropolitan area, and ten-digit dialing is required for all local calls.
Why was area code 480 created?
Explosive population growth in Arizona during the 1990s, combined with demand from cell phones, pagers, and dial-up internet, exhausted numbering resources in the original 602 area code. A three-way split in 1999 created 480 for the East Valley and 623 for the West Valley.
Does area code 480 observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Arizona (with the exception of the Navajo Nation) does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so area code 480 remains on Mountain Standard Time (UTC-7) year-round.
